What is the cheapest way to get from Himeji to Kiyomizu-dera?

The cheapest way to get from Himeji to Kiyomizu-dera is to train via Osaka which costs ¥1700 - ¥2400 and takes 3h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Himeji to Kiyomizu-dera?

The fastest way to get from Himeji to Kiyomizu-dera is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs ¥2100 - ¥3100.

Is there a direct train between Himeji and Kiyomizu-dera?

No, there is no direct train from Himeji to Kiyomizu-dera. However, there are services departing from Himeji and arriving at Kyoto via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Himeji to Kiyomizu-dera?

The distance between Himeji and Kiyomizu-dera is 127 km. The road distance is 122.5 km.

How do I travel from Himeji to Kiyomizu-dera without a car?

The best way to get from Himeji to Kiyomizu-dera without a car is to train and line 17 bus which takes 1h 38m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Himeji to Kiyomizu-dera?

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Himeji to Kiyomizu-dera, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Himeji to Kiyomizu-dera train from?

Himeji to Kiyomizu-dera train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), depart from Himeji station.

Where does the Himeji to Kiyomizu-dera train arrive?

Himeji to Kiyomizu-dera train services, operated by JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company), arrive at Kyoto station.

Can I drive from Himeji to Kiyomizu-dera?

Yes, the driving distance between Himeji to Kiyomizu-dera is 122 km. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Himeji to Kiyomizu-dera.

Where can I stay near Kiyomizu-dera?

There are 3742+ hotels available in Kiyomizu-dera.

Himeji to Kiyomizu-dera - 4 ways to travel via train, line 17 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Himeji to Kiyomizu-dera by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 17 bus
best
1. Take the train from Himeji to Shin Osakatrain
2. Take the train from Shin Osaka to Kyototrain
3. Take the bus from Kyōto Station Karasumaguchi to Kawaramachi Gojobus 17
1h 38m
Train via Osaka
cheapest
1. Take the train from Higashi-Himeji to Ōsakatrain A: JR Kōbe Line Rapid
2. Take the train from Ōsaka to Kyouto Kawaramachitrain Hankyu Kyoto Line Semi-Express / ...
3h 11m
¥1,730–2,354
Drive 122.5 km
1. Drive from Himeji to Kiyomizu-deracar 122.5 km
1h 36m
¥2,127–3,072
Train
1. Take the train from Himeji to Kyototrain Hikari / ...
1h 39m

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Distance: 127 km
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Himeji, Japan and Kiyomizu-dera, Kyoto, Japan?

JR CENTRAL (Central Japan Railway Company) operates a train from Himeji to Kyoto hourly, and the journey takes 1h 1m.

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